The War Scientists looks at the individuals through history who have invented military technologies - the human faces behind life-saving and death-dealing science. It examines their motivations, loyalties and passions, and sets out to investigate why they used their intellect in the service of war, for reasons variously noble, patriotic, corrupt, self-serving or cynical. The War Scientists discusses the scientists' personalities, their education and their ethics. It examines their inventions, the use of these technologies in combat, their impact at the time and, as appropriate, their place in scientific progress and their incorporation into mainstream technology. Each story will also include contextual information about the conflict/s in which the scientists were involved. Approximately 25 scientists (including groups of scientists) from around the globe and through history are featured. The men and women whose stories are told here represent the paradox of science, with all its potential for good and for evil. Key points: provides insight into the individuals and personalities behind the technologies of war; stories range from ancient times through to the present day; will appeal to military buffs and general readers alike.
